Moog

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.

Job Title:

Higher Level 4&5 Engineering Apprentice

Work Schedule:

Onsite – Wolverhampton, GBR

Moog has developed the capability to design and manufacture the most advanced motion control products for aerospace, defense, industrial and medical applications where precise control of velocity, force, acceleration, and fluid flow are critical. Moog’s control portfolio has expanded to include all forms of actuation technology, sophisticated control electronics, and system software. We are a leading integrator of precision motion control systems, and our products reflect the culture that our people embrace – a culture where the opportunity to solve a challenging control problem is always welcomed.

What will I do as an Advanced Manufacturing & Engineering Apprentice at Moog?

• Starting in September 2026, you will learn and develop engineering skills and knowledge through onsite work placements, whilst also studying for nationally recognized qualifications.
• You will learn a range of skills including those required to design, analyse, develop and test critical flight control components and their associated test systems.
• This includes learning to design products and test equipment to aerospace industry and Moog standards using computer aided design and analysis tools.
• You will learn to safely set up and run tests to demonstrate products meet their requirements.
• You will gain the knowledge required to ensure test equipment correctly and accurately assesses the performance of flight control actuators and to understand how software can be developed to automate this process.
• You will develop the skills required to produce technical procedures and reports to a high standard.
• You will learn how components are manufactured and assembled into finished products and will develop hands-on skills for assembling equipment, including measurement and inspection techniques.
• You will learn how to assess test requirements and results and to investigate test failures, including detailed root cause identification.

What does my learning pathway look like?

• Studying towards an accelerated career pathway , you will be studying towards a HNC/HND in a relevant engineering qualification
• The first year of your Apprenticeship is based on full-time education at Stafford, where you learn practical and theoretical engineering knowledge in a range of subjects.
• In the second year, you will rotate around the business in placements, spending time in our core operations departments. You will also attend Stafford College on a day-release basis and work towards an NVQ qualification.
• Throughout the apprenticeship, you will meet regularly with our apprentice team to assess ongoing performance.

Who is this apprenticeship for?

• Are you curious about how things work, why things have been designed in a certain way, what materials and manufacturing methods were used to produce it? Do you have a good logical approach to problem solving and an analytical mind? This pathway will suit people who have a good ability in Maths and Science and are looking for real world applications for these subjects. Following completion of an Apprenticeship, this route can include opportunities to continue your studies at a University level should you demonstrate the right ability, aptitude and attitude.

What experience should you have?

• You should be able to show us that you have a solid academic record as well interests, hobbies or school projects with a technical slant such as programming, 3D printing, model making, problem solving etc. Relevant work experience would be beneficial, although is not essential.

Applicants must have:

• At least 8-10 GCSEs, including the minimum of a level 5 in Maths, and level 5 or above in four other subjects including Science and English.
• Level 3 qualifications: either A-levels (or be studying for) in maths and physics with good predicted grades or an equivalent Level 3 Engineering course.
• Attention to detail, enthusiasm, motivation and a positive attitude. A determination to reach your highest potential in a technical discipline.
• We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences including A Level students.

Application and recruitment process:

• Application - Apply online with a cover letter and CV – Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, and apprenticeship assessment days will take place once all positions are filled. Early applications are strongly encouraged.
• Use your cover letter to tell us:
• Why do you want to do an apprenticeship and why do you want to work in engineering?
• Please ensure your CV is up to date with details of the qualifications you are currently studying towards, including full titles and levels. You can include predicted grades if you have not completed your studies yet
• What interests do you have away from school/college or work that supports a mechanical aptitude and interest in the principles of engineering?
• 2. Assessment – if you are selected, you will complete an assessment where your skills in areas such as Math and Mechanical aptitude will be assessed. This is an online assessment that you can complete at home, and you will be sent a link to the assessment. There is no preparation or revision required, and the assessment will take approximately 60 minutes.
• 3. Interview and Assessment Day – if you are shortlisted following your online assessment, you will then be invited to attend one of our assessment centers in Wolverhampton, where you will have an interview, take part in a group exercise, and have the opportunity to meet some apprentices currently in the scheme.

What We Offer

• Moog Named to Glassdoor’s 2026 Best Places to Work
• Flexible benefits package and development opportunities to support career progression
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Private medical insurance, mental health support and financial advice
• Generous life assurance and company pension contribution (from 6%)
• Employee share options, EV charging

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role, and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. For further information please visit www.gov.uk.

You Matter at Moog – Our Mission and Vision

At Moog, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion. We aim to create a culture where everyone is valued, respected, and given equal opportunities. We strive to empower employees to bring their authentic selves to work, celebrating our differences to foster a welcoming environment for all.

Note for Recruitment Agencies: We manage vacancies internally, preferring direct hiring and referrals for efficiency. When needed, we engage agencies from our Preferred Supplier List (PSL). Speculative CVs from agencies not on our PSL will not be considered, and no introduction fee will apply.

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